Christine Nightingale

Christine Nightingale, an Associate Professor at the School of Health, Sciences and Society, De Montfort University, is a dedicated advocate for equity in healthcare and education. Her career spans clinical practice as a learning disability nurse, academia, and policy advisory roles.

• PhD (1997) on healthcare access for people with learning disabilities
• Licensed Mental Health First Aid trainer
• Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
• Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts

Her research focuses on systemic barriers to healthcare, inclusive curriculum design, and organizational equity reforms. She has led national inquiries into disability equality and explored trauma support for marginalized communities.

Recent publications reflect trends in inclusive pedagogy, health equity, and disability policy, with a focus on practical frameworks for accessibility and diversity training. Her work bridges academic theory and real-world implementation.

• Scientific Awards: Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts

Nightingale supervises Master’s and doctoral students, emphasizing reflective practice. She has secured grants from bodies like the Department of Health and LSC, and her international work includes seminars on supporting Ukrainian refugees with learning disabilities.